Bill C. Hardgrave, Dean AMITAVA MITRA, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research DANIEL M. GROPPER, Associate Dean for MBA Programs THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS prepares students to become effective and socially responsible managers of business, industrial organizations, and government agencies and responsible citizens and leaders of society. To achieve this goal, the college offers undergraduate programs leading to the bachelor of science in business administration. In addition, it offers graduate work for the degrees of master of business administration (MBA), master of science in business administration (MSBA) with concentrations in finance, and human resources management (currently discontinued), master of accountancy (MAc), and the doctor of philosophy (PhD) in management. Students may also enroll in the master of science in management Information Systems (MSIS) program. The College of Business and the School of Accountancy are accredited at the undergraduate and graduate levels by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Detailed information on graduate programs may be found in the Graduate School section in this bulletin. Curriculum The undergraduate curriculum includes a two-year Pre-Business Program required of all students and a two-year Professional Program. These programs provide a balanced course of study for all students, with approximately one-half of the hours in business courses and onehalf in courses offered outside the college. The courses required have been selected so that all students will have access to the common body of knowledge as designated by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The Pre-Business Program, followed by all business students in their freshman and sophomore years, provides a sound foundation of work in the arts and sciences, including courses in mathematics, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. This lower division program also includes some of the introductory business courses. The Professional Programs are offered through the School of Accountancy and the departments of Aviation and Supply Chain Management; Finance; Management; and Marketing. The professional program plans allow each student to concentrate in an area of interest during the junior and senior years. The 12 options available include: accountancy (ACCT), finance (FINC), international business (IBUS), business administration (BSAD), human resources management (HRMN), management information systems (ISMN), entrepreneurship and family business (ENFB), management (MNGT), marketing (MKTG), supply chain management (SCMN), aviation management (AVMG) and professional flight management (AVMF). Through these programs, the college seeks to develop in its students the analytical, decision-making and communication skills required of managers who lead modern organizations. Admission to the College Students entering the pre-business program directly from high school or another college or university, in addition to meeting Auburn University s admission requirements, should have competence in the mathematics taught in second year algebra. Incoming freshmen and external transfer students are admitted directly to the College of Business. Internal transfer students must apply for admission. Applications are available at the beginning of each semester at www.business.auburn.edu/advising. Admission to Business Courses To be eligible to take business courses students are required to meet certain academic requirements based on their college entry date. Students are required to maintain a 2.2 Auburn cumulative GPA. Graduation Requirements To be graduated, business students must meet the hours and subject matter requirements of their curricula, must have an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on all courses attempted at Auburn University, must have an overall GPA of at least 2.0 in all course required for the major, and must meet all other university requirements. At least 50 percent of the business credit hours required for the business degree must be taken at Auburn University. Student Advising System The Office of Student Affairs of the College of Business is responsible for orienting all new students, freshmen and transferees to the college. Although not required, students are strongly encouraged to meet with their academic advisor each semester prior to registration to have their academic plan approved and obtain information about curricula, classes and other requirements. Students are encouraged to visit the college s advising Web page at www.business.auburn.edu/advising for details on creating an academic plan. The Office of Professional and Career Development is available to all students for career guidance. Students are encouraged to seek advice on professional questions from department heads and faculty through personal arrangements or appointments. The Office of Student Affairs is available to assist students from other colleges or schools on campus who are interested in a business degree. Cooperative Education Program Business students are eligible to participate in AU s Cooperative Education Program. This program allows students to combine academic training with actual business experience. Core Curriculum: Auburn University has revised its core curriculum, effective Fall 2011. Students beginning (post-high school) college work fall 2011 or after should consult an advisor for an updated curriculum model reflecting changes in core requirements. Minors For departmental minors, business courses must be at the 3000-level or above, with the exception of Aviation Management minor, and from an approved list. Accountancy Minor ACCT 3110 Intermediate Accounting I (Must earn C or better)...3 ACCT 3120 Intermediate Accounting II...3 Aviation Management Minor 15 semester hours in minor (12 hours at 3000-level or above) AVMG 1010 Introduction to Aviation...3 AVMG 5090 Aviation Law and Insurance...3 Finance Minor : NONE Information Assurance Minor 15 semester hours in minor ISMN 5670 Security & Information Assurance...3 For Business majors only. Information Systems Management Minor ISMN 3040 Business Telecommunications...3 ISMN 3070 Business Computer Applications (must earn C or better)...3 ISMN 3830 Database Management...3 ISMN 4090 Analysis & Design of Busi Infor Sys...3 55
International Business Minor FINC 5510 Multinational Financial Management...3 ECON 4300 International Economics...3 MKTG 4400 International Marketing...3 Marketing Minor MKTG 3310 and 15 hours of marketing electives. MKTG 3310 Principles of Marketing...3 Supply Chain Management Minor SCMN 3150 OPS: Management of Business Procedures...2 SCMN 3710 Logistics: Management of Fulfillment Processes...3 SCMN 3720 Transportation: Management of Production Flows...3 SCMN 3730 Purchasing: Supply Management and Servicing...3 SCMN 4810 Professional Development in SCM...1 Business Minor A business minor is available within the College of Business for nonbusiness majors. The courses required correspond with the common body of knowledge as specified by AACSB International. Completion of these courses provides the basic understanding of the foundations of business administration and facilitates progress toward graduate work in business. The courses required for the business minor are: ECON 2020 ACCT 2110, FINC 3610 or 3810, MNGT 3100 or 3810, and MKTG 3310 or 3810. If any of these courses are taken to fulfill the University Core Curriculum requirement or a requirement in the major/professional option, alternative courses may be substituted on departmental approval. See course descriptions for appropriate prerequisites. Non-business majors who are seeking a business minor should consult with the Office of Student Affairs. Business-Engineering-Technology Students who minor in Business-Engineering-Technology learn, practice, and integrate entrepreneurship, engineering, and business management skills demanded by the technology-driven global economy, solve real-world case study and design problems, and work in crossfunctional teams. The minor is a joint offering by the Colleges of Business and Engineering. Admission to the minor is competitive. Engineering and business majors apply for admission to the Business-Engineering- Technology Program as second semester sophomores. To remain in the program the cumulative GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.0. 16 semester hours in the minor ENGR 3510 Introduction to Engineering and Business...3 ENGR 3520 Integrat Bus. and Engr. Theories in Practice...3 BUSI 3550 Cross-Functional Teamwork...1 BUSI 3560 Leadership...1 BUSI 4540 Entrep & Strat. Mngt. of Tech. & Innov...4 ENGR 4970 Capstone Project I: Design Proposal...1 ENGR 4980 Capstone Project II: Design Project...3 School of Accountancy (ACCT) The mission of the School of Accountancy at Auburn University is to prepare its students at the undergraduate and master s level to successfully compete in a very dynamic and challenging business environment. Through faculty excellence in instruction, research, outreach, the school will meet the needs of its students and other constituents by emphasizing the professional competencies necessary for both entry-level placement and rapid advancement within the business community. The undergraduate degree prepares students for success in various public and private accounting careers. Students who plan to sit for the CPA Exam should consider a fifth year of study through the Master of Accountancy (MAc) Program. Students sitting for the CPA Exam in the State of Alabama must have completed a total of 150 semester hours of post secondary education, including a baccalaureate degree at an accredited college or university, with a concentration in accounting. College of Business pre-requisites are strictly enforced. Junior standing and compliance with College of Business academic standards are required for all 3000- level and above courses. Curriculum in Accountancy ENGL 1100 1120 English Composition l & ll...3 3 BUSI 1010 Contemp. Issues Bus. Admin. I...1 ** ACCT 2210 Principles of Managerial Accounting... ** 3 MKTG 3310 Principles of Marketing... ** 3 ISMN 3140 Intro to MIS...2 ** ACCT 3110 3120 Intermediate Accounting I & II...3 3 ACCT 3210 Cost Accounting...3 ** ACCT 3510 Accounting Info Systems...** 3 ACCT 4410 Income Tax I...** 3 Elective...2 ** Core Fine Arts...3 ** ACCT 4310 Auditing & Assurance Services...** 3 Accounting Elective...6 ** Accounting Elective or Business Elective...** 3 Business Elective...3 ** Elective 3...3 Elective **...3 Students have 18 hours of electives; these may be either non-business or business courses outside of Accounting. Accounting and business electives must be taken from an approved list. Department of Finance (FINC) Finance The objective of the finance curriculum is to develop the specialized finance knowledge, techniques, and skills necessary for successful placement in finance related positions. The program encompasses the major areas of finance including corporate finance, financial institutions and markets, and investments. In addition, the program offers elective work in the subareas of real estate and risk management and insurance. The program will allow students the opportunity to develop not only the specialized knowledge of finance, but also the professional presentation and use of such knowledge through oral and written communication. Students enrolled in the finance program also complete the College of Business core curriculum designed to provide the broader understanding of the entire business organization including accounting, economics, management and marketing. College of Business pre-requisites are strictly enforced. Junior standing and compliance with College of Business academic standards are required for all 3000 and above level courses. Curriculum in Finance ENGL 1100 1120 English Composition l & ll...3 3 56
ACCT 2210 Principles of Managerial Accounting...** 3 FINC 3610 Principles of Finance...3 ** ACCT 3110 Intermediate Accounting I...3 ** FINC 3630 Advanced Business Finance...** 3 FINC 3700 Financial Markets & Institutions...** 3 Finance Elective...** 3 Elective... ** 6 Fine Arts Core...3 ** FINC 3640 Investments...3 ** Finance Elective...3 6 Elective...7 6 Finance electives must be selected from an approved list. International Business The objective of the program is to provide students with not only the business preparation necessary for success in the global environment, but also the foreign language skills to effectively communicate in that environment. The IBUS curriculum is designed to provide maximum flexibility and broad-based preparation for future career opportunities. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in many areas of business activity depending upon their particular area of concentration within business. Within the language component, students must select from French, German, or Spanish. Curriculum in International Business BUSI 1010 Contemp. Issues in Bus. Admin...1 ** Foreign Language...4 4 ACCT 2210 Principles of Managerial Accounting... ** 3 Foreign Language...4 4 16 16 Business Concentration...** 3 Foreign Language Comp. & Conv...3 3 FINC 5510 Multinational Finc Mngt...3 ** Business Concentration...3 6 Foreign Business Language...3 ** ECON 4300 International Economics...3 ** Fine Arts Core... ** 3 Elective...3 ** Language sequence to be taken exclusively in French, Spanish, or German. A four-course Business Concentration must be selected from an approved list. Department of Management (MNGT) The Management Program prepares students in basic business functions as well as the process of management and the use of technology to support these functions and processes. The professional programs within the Department of Management are designed to impart knowledge that will assist future managers to be good decision makers for their organizations. The professional programs available are Human Resources Management (HRMN), Business Administration (BSAD), Management (MNGT), Management Information Systems (ISMN), and Entrepreneurship and Family Business (ENFB). College of Business prerequisites are strictly enforced. Junior standing and compliance with College of Business academic standards are required for all 3000 and above level courses. Human Resources Management (HRMN) The Human Resources Management Program provides a comprehensive education in human resources management. The primary goals are to provide knowledge and experience, oriented toward practical, on-the-job applications and prepare students for entry-level positions in private and public sector organizations. In addition, the Program provides excellent preparation for graduate or professional studies in Human Resources Management. Curriculum in Human Resources Management MNGT 3100 Principles of Management...3 ** HRMN 3420 Human Resource Management...3 ** MNGT 3460 Organizational Behavior...** 3 HRMN 5540 HR Selection & Placement...** 3 HRMN Elective...** 3 HRMN 5470 Employee Compensation...3 ** HRMN 5510 HR Planning, Develop, & Appr...3 ** HRMN Elective...3 3 Elective...6 10 HRMN electives must be selected from an approved listing. Business Administration (BSAD) The Business Administration program is an interdepartmental degree designed to provide maximum course flexibility and a broadbased preparation for future career opportunities. Students are required to demonstrate basic oral and written communication skills, familiarity with technological tools, and an understanding of the interrelationship between the United States and foreign countries with a comprehensive education in business management. The Business Administration program prepares students for entry-level managerial and staff responsibilities in business, government, and non-profit organizations. 57
Curriculum in Business Administration MNGT 3100 Principles of Management...3 ** ISMN 3140 OPS: Management of Business Processes...2 ** SCMN 3150 Introduction to MIS...2 ** Business Elective...** 6 MNGT Elective...** 3 Accounting or Finance Elective...3 ** Business Elective...3 ** International Business Elective...3 ** Marketing or Supply Chain Elective...** 3 Business Elective...3 6 Elective...3 3 Business electives are College of Business courses at the 3000- to 5000-level (see approved list). Departmental Electives must be selected from an approved list. Entrepreneurship and Family Business (ENFB) The Entrepreneurship and Family Business program offers an opportunity for students to gain insight into the criteria necessary for new ventures and for the managing of family-oriented business endeavors. Focus of the curriculum is on both start-up activities and the development of skills necessary to manage publicly-held and privately-owned entrepreneurial operations. Curriculum in Entrepreneurship and Family Business ISMN 3140 Introduction to MIS...2 ** SCMN 3150 OPS: Management of Business Processes...2 ** FINC 3620 Small Business Finance...** 3 MNGT 3100 Principles of Management...3 ** ENFB 4140 Entrepreneurship...** 3 Entrepreneurship Elective...** 3 ENFB 4170 Managing Entr Start-ups...** 3 Core Fine Arts... ** 3 HRMN Elective...3 ** Business Elective...3 ** ENFB 4190 New Venture Creation...3 ** ENFB 4180 Growth Strategies for Emerging Comp...** 3 Entrepreneurship Elective...3 ** ENFB 4200 Business Plan for New Venture...** 3 Elective...3 6 Business electives are College of Business courses at the 3000- to 5000-level (see approved list). ENFB electives and HRMN electives must be selected from an approved list. Information Systems Management (ISMN) Information Systems Management program provides a comprehensive education in management information systems. A 2.2 cumulative GPA is required for enrollment in any MIS course. This rule applies to both Business and non-business students. The primary goals are to provide knowledge and experience, oriented toward practical, on-the-job applications and prepare students for entry-level positions in private and public sector organizations. In addition, the program provides excellent preparation for graduate or professional studies in Information Systems Management. Students are cautioned that 3000- and 4000-level MIS courses have enforced pre-requisites and an earned grade of C or better must be obtained for all pre-requisites to 4000-level courses. Curriculum in Information Systems Management ISMN 3040 Telecommunication Management...** 3 ISMN 3070 Business Computer Application...3 ** ISMN 3140 Introduction to MIS...2 ** SCMN 3150 OPS: Mngt. Of Business Processes...2 ** ISMN 3830 Database Management Systems...** 3 ISMN 3080 Advanced Programming and Computer Apps...** 3 Fine Arts Core...3 ** ISMN 4090 Analysis & Design Business Sys...3 ** ISMN Elective...6 6 Business Elective...3 3 Elective...3 3 ISMN Electives: See advisor for approved listing must be selected from an approved list. Business electives are College of Business courses at the 3000- to 5000-level (see approved list). 58
Management (MNGT) The Management program provide a student a comprehensive overview of the skills necessary to compete in a managerial position in business. The program emphasizes such areas as behavioral dynamics, leadership skills, project management, business processes and logistics, international relations, as well as the management of information technology. It is designed to focus on those issues generic to both the manufacturing and service industries. These management skills, when complemented with the solid foundation provided by the Business core courses, equip the student with the necessary knowledge to become successful mangers. One unique aspect of the program is a community service project geared toward helping the students understand the importance of community service and philanthropy in today s global economy. Curriculum in Management General Elective... ** 3 PHIL 1020 Ethics or 1040 Business Ethics...3 ** Fine Arts Elective... ** 3 ISMN 3140 Introduction to MIS...2 ** SCMN 3150 OPS: Management of Business Processes...2 ** MKTG 3310 Principles of Marketing... ** 3 MNGT 3460 Organizational Behavior...** 3 SCMN 3710 Demand Fulfillment...** 3 Designated Financial Elective...** 3 General Elective...3 3 MNGT 4600 Community Service Project...1 ** MNGT 3420 Human Resource Management...3 ** ENFB 4140 Introduction to Entrepreneurship... * 3 ISMN 5370 Project Management...** 3 Designated Supply Chain Elective...3 ** Designated International Elective...3 ** Designed Info Systems Elective...3 ** Designated Human Relations Elective...** 3 General Elective...3 3 Designated Electives must be selected from an approved. Department of Marketing (MKTG) Marketing majors discover the interrelationship of marketing with other management tools and prepare themselves for executive/managerial careers involving functional areas such as advertising, channel and product decision-making, pricing, retailing and strategic marketing. College of Business pre-requisites are strictly enforced. Junior standing and compliance with College of Business academic standards are required for all 3000 and above level courses. Curriculum in Marketing ISMN 3140 Intro to MIS... ** 2 SCMN 3150 OPS: Management of Business Processes... ** 2 COMM 1000 Professional Communication...3 ** MKTG 3310 Principles of Marketing...3 ** MKTG 3410 Consumer Behavior...** 3 Marketing Elective...** 6 MKTG 4360 Marketing Research...3 ** MKTG 4980 Marketing Strategy...** 3 Marketing Elective...6 ** Elective...3 9 Marketing Electives must be selected from an approved course listing. Department of Aviation and Supply Chain Management (AVSC) The Department of Aviation and Supply Chain Management prepares students for careers involving the planning and execution of processes related to the movement of passengers, product, and information. The professional programs within the Department are designed to provide students with the technical skills and knowledge needed to be effective decision makers for their organizations. The professional programs available are Aviation Management (AVMG), Professional Flight Management (AVMF), and Supply Chain Management (SCMN). Information regarding careers, internships, scholarships, and student organizations is available through the program coordinators. College of Business pre-requisites are strictly enforced. Junior standing and compliance with College of Business academic standards are required for all 3000 and above level courses. Aviation Management (AVMG) The Aviation Management program provides a technical management background and specialization in aviation leading to careers with airlines, aircraft manufactures, airports, and other segments of the aviation industry. Individuals interested in registering in the Aviation Management concentration are advised to contact the program director for Aviation Management in the College of Business for proper counseling and classification. Curriculum in Aviation Management Core Fine Arts... ** 3 BUSI 1010 Contemp. Issues in Bus. Admin. I...1 ** AMLG 1010 Introduction to Aviation...2 ** Elective...3 ** SCMH 1010 Concepts of Science... ** 4 PHYS 1500 Physics I...4 ** ECON 2020 2030 Micro. & Macroeconomics...3 3 ACCT 2110 Financial Accounting...3 ** ACCT 2210 Managerial Accounting... ** 3 16 16 59
MKTG 3310 Principles of Marketing... ** 3 SCMN 3150 OPS: Mngt of Business Processes...2 ** ENGL 3080 Business Writing... ** 3 AVMG 3050 Severe and Hazardous Weather...3 ** SCMN 3720 Transportation: Mngt of Production Flows...3 ** AVMN 4060 Transportation Safety Mngt...** 3 AVMG 3140 Performance Evaluation and Measurement...** 3 14 15 AVMG 3200 Applied Operations in Transportation...3 ** AVMG 5090 Aviation Law and Policy...3 ** AVMG 4190 Air Space Management...3 ** HRMN 3420 Human Resources Management...3 ** AVMG 4810 Professional Development...** 1 AVMG 5180 Global Air Transportation Management...** 3 Directed Elective...** 3 Elective...3 6 Directed Electives must be selected from an approved course listing. Professional Flight Management (AVMF) Professional Flight Management program provides the technical management background and specialization as does the Aviation Management concentration. Additionally, students pursuing the Professional Flight Management concentration are required to earn the pilot ratings that are required to meet the qualifications to be hired as a pilot with the airlines or corporate aviation. Also, the Professional Flight Management students must have, and maintain, a minimum overall grade point average of 2.25 to enroll in Professional Flight Management courses. Curriculum in Professional Flight Management Core History I... ** 3 SCMH 1010 Concepts of Science... ** 4 BUSI 1010 Contemp. Issues in Bus. Admin. I...1 ** AVMG 1010 Introduction to Aviation...2 ** AVMF 2230 Principles of Instrument Flight...3 ** AVMF 2241 2251 Instrument Flight Training I & II...1 1 14 16 Core History II...3 ** PHYS 1500 Physics I...4 ** ECON 2020 2030 Micro. & Macroeconomics...3 3 ENGL 2200 2210 World Literature I & ll...3 3 ACCT 2110 Financial Accounting... ** 3 Core Social Science Group I... ** 3 AVMF 2250 Comm Flight Operations...3 ** AVMF 2261 Commercial Flight Training II...1 ** AVMF 2271 Commercial Flight Training Ill...** 1 17 16 ACCT 2210 Managerial Accounting...3 ** AVMG 3050 Severe and Hazardous Weather...3 ** SCMN 3150 OPS: Management of Business Processes...2 ** AVMG 3140 Performance Evaluation and Measurement...** 3 SCMN 3720 Transportation: Production Flows...** 3 AVMF 4271 Multi-Engine Training I...1 ** AVMG 3200 Applied Operations in Transportation...3 ** ENGL 3080 Business Writing...3 ** AVMF 4060 Transportation Safety Management...3 ** AVMF 4400 Applied Aerodynamics and Propulsion...3 ** AVMG 4190 Air Space Management...** 3 AVMG 5090 Aviation Law and Policy...** 3 AVMG 4810 Professional Development...** 1 AVMG 5180 Global Air Transportation Management...** 3 Supply Chain Management (SCMN) The Supply Chain Management program combines logistics and operations management knowledge to provide a comprehensive education for students interested in careers with manufacturers, retailers, consultancies, and logistics services providers. The primary goal of the program is to provide a practical understanding of procurement, operations, logistics, and transportation so that graduates will excel in entry-level management positions, graduate school, and future opportunities. Curriculum in Supply Chain Management Elective... ** 3 PHIL 1020 Ethics or PHIL 1040 Business Ethics... ** 3 Core Social Science Group l...3 ** Elective...4 ** SCMN 3150 OPS: Management of Business Processes...2 ** SCMN 3710 Logistics: Management of Fulfilment Processes...3 ** SCMN 3720 Transportation: Management of Product Flows...** 3 SCMN 3730 Purchasing: Supply Management and Sourcing...** 3 Elective...4 3 SCMN 4800 Supply Chain Strategy: A Global Perspective...** 3 SCMN 4810 Prof Development in SCMN...1 ** SCMN Concentration 1*...3 ** SCMN Concentration 2*...3 ** SCMN Concentration 3*...** 3 Directed Elective*...3 3 Elective...3 3 * Supply Chain Management concentration courses and directed electives must be selected from an approved list. 60